Cyber Core
Stabilize. Align. Comply.
Cybersecurity Program Management for Risk, Compliance, and Governance
Cyber Core is LBMC’s comprehensive cybersecurity program management service that helps organizations adopt a framework, build, manage and report on a defensible cyber risk program for less than the cost of a full-time security leader.
Our way of handling cybersecurity keeps things steady, follows trusted industry guidelines, and makes sure changes in the team don’t mess things up. This helps us meet what regulators want, keeps stakeholders feeling good, and makes sure customers trust us. We use our experience and tools to make a plan that works well and keeps your digital assets safe.
Build Stability Into Your Cybersecurity Program
Our approach brings consistency and continuity to your cybersecurity program, aligning your strategy with trusted frameworks and ensuring progress continues, even through organizational change. We help you meet regulatory expectations, support stakeholder confidence, and protect your business with a structured, well-managed program.
What Is Cybersecurity Program Management?
Cybersecurity program management is the discipline of designing, governing, and sustaining a cybersecurity program as part of enterprise risk management. It includes long-term strategy, governance, compliance alignment, and executive-level reporting.
Unlike point-in-time assessments or technical services, program management ensures your cybersecurity efforts are coordinated, measurable, and defensible over time.
The Challenge: Cybersecurity Expectations Are Increasing
Organizations today face growing pressure from multiple stakeholders:
- Regulators expect formal governance, risk analysis, and ongoing oversight
- Cyber insurers require proof of controls, implementation, and tracking
- Investors and boards demand visibility into cybersecurity risk
- Customers expect alignment to recognized security frameworks
At the same time, many organizations struggle with:
- Lack of long-term cybersecurity strategy
- Limited governance and accountability
- Leadership turnover disrupting progress
- Disconnected tools, audits, and initiatives
Without a structured program, cybersecurity becomes reactive, difficult to defend, and costly under scrutiny.
These pressures are forcing organizations to manage cybersecurity as a core business risk, not just a technical function.
Are You Meeting Stakeholder Expectations?
Common problems with cybersecurity programs include lack of strategy, limited governance, and poor security culture.
Regulatory
Federal and state regulators are increasing oversight, requiring governance, risk management, and compliance.
Insurer
Cyber insurers are driving stricter security requirements, demanding proof of controls, implementation, and ongoing monitoring.
Investors & Customers
Investors and customers expect mature cybersecurity programs, framework alignment, and clear visibility into cyber risk.
Key Challenges Organizations Face Today
High Demand for Cybersecurity Resources
As cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated, there is a rising demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals. This demand often outstrips supply, leaving organizations vulnerable and in need of reliable solutions.
Frequent Turnover in Cybersecurity Leadership
The cybersecurity sector sees significant turnover, especially in pivotal roles such as Chief Security Officers (CSOs). This turnover can lead to inconsistencies in cybersecurity strategies and vulnerabilities in organizational security.
Emerging Compliance Issues
With regulations evolving rapidly, organizations struggle to keep up with compliance demands, as they often lack the expertise and resources required to stay ahead of legal and regulatory changes.
The Need for Real-Time Status and Dashboard Reporting
Stakeholders, including boards and investors, increasingly require up-to-date information on an organization’s cybersecurity posture. This need for real-time data and reporting is becoming a critical aspect of organizational transparency and trust.
Single Point of Failure in Cybersecurity Leadership
The reliance on individual CSOs or cybersecurity leaders often creates a “single point of failure” in an organization’s cybersecurity strategy. This dependence can pose significant risks if not adequately addressed.
Outsourcing cybersecurity functions can offer a myriad of benefits. It provides access to a team of experts with diverse and specialized skill sets, ensures continuity in cybersecurity strategies despite changes in leadership, and helps in navigating the complex landscape of compliance issues. Moreover, it addresses the single point of failure issue by distributing the responsibility across a team rather than an individual, enhancing the overall security posture of the organization.
Cybersecurity Insights — Delivered to Your Inbox
Stay informed on emerging cyber risks, evolving compliance requirements, and practical strategies to strengthen your cybersecurity program.
What you’ll receive:
- Cybersecurity trends, threats, and risk insights
- Compliance updates across frameworks like HITRUST, CMMC, SOC, and NIST
- Practical guidance from LBMC cybersecurity advisors
- Invitations to webinars, events, and new resources
The Cyber Core Solution
Cyber Core provides fractional cybersecurity leadership and program coordination, bringing structure, accountability, and continuity to your cybersecurity program.
We don’t just identify risk, we help you manage and operationalize your entire cybersecurity program.
Cyber Core Service Offerings
Our Cyber Core service provides strategic roadmap planning, tactical planning, and ongoing cybersecurity program management support. With extensive security leadership experience, our team delivers insight to strengthen your information security program and align it to business needs.
Our Cyber Core service includes:
Program Governance Support
- Multi-year cybersecurity strategic roadmap
- Annual tactical work plans
- Oversight committee governance
Compliance Assurance
- Alignment with regulatory and contractual expectations
- Development of a defensible information security program
- Support protecting your organization’s reputation
Priority Repairs
- Centralized view of all security improvements
- Integration of findings from audits, testing, and assessments
- Tracking of priorities, timelines, budgets, and ownership
Security Control Recommendations
- Actionable recommendations tailored to your environment
- Risk-based improvements aligned to business needs
Management Advisement and Education
- Ongoing advisory support for executive leadership
- Education on emerging threats and best practices
- Support building a security-conscious culture
Security Control Implementation
- Planning and execution of security controls
- Coordination across teams to support implementation
Reporting
- Continuous tracking of program activities
- Real-time dashboard for leadership and board-level reporting
Get the Cyber Core Overview
See how Cyber Core helps organizations build and manage a structured cybersecurity program aligned to risk, compliance, and stakeholder expectations. This overview outlines our approach to program governance, strategic planning, and executive reporting.
Cyber Core: Comprehensive Cybersecurity Program Coordination
Multi-Year Strategic Plan
Program charter, oversight committee, and framework alignment
Annual Tactical Work Plans
Execution plans aligned to your multi-year strategy
Current & Target State
Assess current state, define target state, and prioritize improvements
Stakeholder Reporting
Reporting for investor and customer oversight
Regulatory Reporting
Reporting aligned to regulatory expectations
Insurer Reporting
Reporting to support cyber insurance requirements
Is Cyber Core Right for Your Organization?
Cyber Core is designed for organizations that need structure, leadership, and accountability in their cybersecurity program.
- Does your organization have a long-term cybersecurity strategy?
- Has your organization experienced turnover in cybersecurity leadership?
- Do you have a defined multi-year cybersecurity roadmap?
- How is your cybersecurity program reported to stakeholders (regulators, insurers, investors, customers)?
- Do you have visibility into your cybersecurity investments over the next 3 years?
Why Organizations Choose Cyber Core
- Continuity despite leadership turnover
- Access to experienced cybersecurity leadership without full-time cost
- Alignment with regulatory, insurer, and stakeholder expectations
- Built for growth, transactions, and increased scrutiny
Need Help Prioritizing Your Cybersecurity Program?
If you’re navigating complex security, compliance, or cyber risk challenges, LBMC’s cybersecurity advisors can help you identify priorities and next steps with clarity.
Cyber Core and Advance Guard Add-on Components
- Audit and Validation: Ensure that organizational controls are functioning effectively and validate compliance with regulatory, insurer, and stakeholder expectations.
- Business Protection Integration: Manage vulnerabilities, cyber defenses, and business process protections. Validate workforce effectiveness against threats.
- Current State Assessment & Target Establishment: Identify the current state of your program and risks. Establish continuous assessment and response programs.
- Foundation, Governance, & Program Management: Cybersecurity program charter, oversight committee, framework alignment, roles & responsibilities, multi-year strategic roadmap, annual tactical work plans, comprehensive improvement coordination.
Cyber Core vs. Managed Security Services
Cyber Core is not a managed security service.
- Managed security providers (MSSPs) focus on tools, monitoring, and alerts
- Cyber Core focuses on strategy, governance, coordination, and reporting
Cyber Core works alongside your internal team, MSSPs, and technology providers to ensure your entire cybersecurity program is aligned and effective.
Client Scenario
Situation
An organization is facing regulatory scrutiny, a class-action lawsuit, new requirements from its cybersecurity insurance provider, and stockholder scrutiny because of a recent data breach incident. The organization has experienced cybersecurity leadership change every two to three years and has not had a long-term strategic plan governing its cybersecurity program.
Approach
The client partners with LBMC Cyber Core to enhance its cybersecurity posture through a comprehensive approach. The engagement encompasses a thorough risk analysis, aiding in the development of a multi-year strategic roadmap. We help the organization with trusted cybersecurity standards, overseeing and coordinating improvement opportunities in response to data breaches, and ensuring compliance with regulatory, insurer, and stakeholder requirements. The establishment of core components for an effective cybersecurity program, validation of control effectiveness through technical testing (Advance Guard), and comprehensive reporting on strategic and tactical efforts are integral aspects of this partnership.
Outcome
After the organization engages the LBMC’s Cyber Core program, the Office of Civil Rights investigated and found that the organization had met the requirements of conducting a risk analysis and adequately responded to the analysis results. The class-action lawsuit was settled. The cybersecurity insurer found that the organization had implemented its recommended controls. Organizational board members and leadership now have confidence in the multi-year cybersecurity strategy developed by and coordinated by LBMC. The organization now aligns itself with a widely accepted cybersecurity framework and
relies less on cybersecurity leadership that changes every few years.
Let’s Talk About Your Cybersecurity Program
If your organization lacks a clear strategy, consistent execution, or visibility into cybersecurity risk, Cyber Core can help you build a program that stands up to scrutiny.
We’ll start with a focused conversation around your current state, risks, and priorities.
Industries We Serve
Our cybersecurity advisory team works with organizations across industries to address security risks, compliance requirements, and operational challenges. We help clients strengthen controls, reduce exposure, and align security efforts with business priorities. Whether you’re responding to new regulations, supporting growth, or improving security maturity, our team provides clear guidance grounded in real-world experience.
All Industries We Support
Local Expertise, Wherever You Are
With offices in Chattanooga, Memphis, Louisville, Nashville, Knoxville, Philadelphia, and Charlotte, plus remote offices, LBMC partners with businesses across the region and beyond.
Cybersecurity Resources
FAQs About Cyber Core
What is Cyber Core?
Cyber Core is LBMC’s cybersecurity program management service focused on strategy, governance, and reporting.
How is this different from hiring a CISO?
Cyber Core provides a team-based approach with broader expertise and continuity without reliance on a single individual.
What frameworks does Cyber Core support?
Cyber Core aligns with NIST, ISO, HITRUST, and other recognized frameworks.
Who is Cyber Core best suited for?
Mid-market, private equity-backed, and regulated organizations seeking structured cybersecurity programs.
Executive Team
Let’s Talk About Your Cybersecurity Priorities
Whether you’re preparing for a compliance assessment, addressing security gaps, or strengthening your overall risk posture, LBMC’s cybersecurity advisors are ready to help. We’ll start with a conversation focused on your current environment, requirements, and the steps needed to move forward with confidence.